“We have good harmony here and we’re playing in a good way. We have possibilities to win four competitions, so I think we are in a very good position.”

Pellegrini is without injured striker Stevan Jovetic but he is relaxed ahead of the Wembley clash.

When he was hired, he was given a target of winning five trophies in five seasons – and this afternoon represents a chance to win his first in England.

But The Etihad boss is wise enough to know that even if he picks up his first piece of silverware, the pressure that goes with the job will not subside.

He added: “I think all managers and players play with pressure.

“You can win this cup but immediately you have the pressure to continue in the FA Cup. Then it is the Champions League and then the Premier League, trying to fight for the title – you can never be satisfied with what you do.

“I’m very happy that I have the opportunity to win something. It’s more difficult to win a title at Wembley – but this is the chance we have and we will try to do it”

Manuel Pellegrini

“You can celebrate one day but the next day the pressure will be exactly the same.

“This is a big moment. It’s an important moment.

“I’m very happy that I have the opportunity to win something. It’s more difficult to win a title at Wembley – but this is the chance we have and we will try to do it.”

Sergio Aguero is set to make his comeback after a five-game absence but a decision on how long he will play for is yet to be made.

Pellegrini said: “We will see with Sergio and the doctor what is best for him and the team. I don’t think he can play the full 90 minutes.”